Gerald E. Apple, age 94, of Leavenworth, IN passed away on August 2, 2015 at Harrison County Hospital.
He was born February 9, 1921 to the late Earnest and Nellie (Osborne) Apple. He was preceded in death by a sister, Naomi McBride and a brother Ralph Apple.
He is survived by his wife, Jean Apple and two sons, Larry (Cathleen) Apple, Philip (Carol) Apple, six grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
He entered Army in April, 1942. Gerald became a B24 Bomber Pilot where he flew 50 missions over Europe from May 1944 to Dec. 1944. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and many other award medals. He served in the Air Force for 20 years.
Gerald was active in the Leavenworth Community for many years, serving on the town board and serving as Mayor.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 11 at 1:00 pm at Denbo Funeral Home in English, IN. Visitation will start at 11:00 am until service time. Burial will follow at Apple's Chapel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Crawford County Veterans Memorial Association.